SK-II Genoptics Aura Essence

SK-IIGenoptics Aura EssenceIngredients

SK-II Genoptics Aura Essence is a product from Uncategorized category with 36 ingredients. Notable: Niacinamide, Glycerin, Boron Nitride, Panthenol, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Titanium Dioxide. The product is made by SK-II, from Japan.

Genoptics Aura Essence provides following positive effects: UV Protection, Moisturizing, Cleansing, Acne fighting, Pore Shrinking and 16 more.

Organic score: 19% natural vs 67% chemical.

INCI

1
Pitera (Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate)
2
Niacinamide
Skin conditioning agent, Hair conditioning, Smoothing
3
Butylene Glycol
Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
4
Triethylhexanoin
Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Emollient, Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Masking, Solvent
5
Glycerin
Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
6
Pentylene Glycol
Skin conditioning agent, Solvent
7
Nylon-12
Bulking agent, Viscosity controlling agent
8
Phytosteryl/​ Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate

All the Positive

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Vitamins [2]: Niacinamide, Panthenol
Antioxidants [2]: Niacinamide, Ascorbyl Glucoside
Moisturizing 4: Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Panthenol
UV Protection 3: Boron Nitride, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Titanium Dioxide
Softening 3: Butylene Glycol, Triethylhexanoin, Glycerin
Anti-aging 3: Niacinamide, Boron Nitride, Ascorbyl Glucoside

Concerns

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Risk of clogging pores
Risk of clogging pores
Butylene Glycol
Risk of allergy
Risk of allergy
Benzyl Alcohol
Contains chemical fragrances
Contains chemical fragrances
Fragrance
Parabens
Parabens
1 component
Methylparaben#33
PEG
PEG
2 components
PEG-20 Sorbitan Cocoate#14
PEG-11 Methyl Ether Dimethicone#18

ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
Cruelty free
No
Reef friendly
No
Ozone layer safe
Yes

Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#3Glycerin#5Panthenol#13
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Titanium Dioxide#35

Detailed view

SK-II Genoptics Aura Essence

#1Pitera (Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate)

Origin: No information
Role: No information

#2Niacinamide

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Hair conditioning, Smoothing
Antioxidants
Acne fighting
Pore Shrinking
Soothing
Anti-aging
Lightening
Elasticity improvement
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Niacinamide is a form of Vitamin B3 and it’s a superman in cosmetics. This ingredient is researched very well. It has a lot of positive reviews from scientists and experts. It's very important for healthy skin. The lack of this vitamin can cause dryness, itching, and sun sensitivity. The component removes small wrinkles and fine lines, heals wounds, and prevents the forming of cancer cells. It also makes the skin tone even by removing dark spots. It increases ceramide synthesis which increases the overall health of your skin. It fights acne and lowers pores.

Researches say that 4-5% of Niacinamide is the most effective concentration for skincare use.

#3Butylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair protection
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Butylene Glycol is a very popular synthetic alcohol. It helps the product to absorb deeper and faster. It is also a solvent for other ingredients. As for the skin benefits, it helps to attract water and helps to make the skin softer.

Unlike many other “Glycols”, it is not harmful and that's why it is used in many products. It was approved by US FDA and US EPA for usage.

#4Triethylhexanoin

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Emollient, Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Masking, Solvent
Softening
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

#5Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

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